185013 Mon Jan 23 00:08:13 -0800 2006 11 15 Pennsylvania 0 991583 Hi all, I've lived in Conshohocken for a little over a year now. We moved here from a college town (Amherst, MA) which had a half dozen incredible restaurants within 10 minutes of each other, so it took a bit of adjusting here since we still haven't found more than one or two restaurants we really enjoy. We specifically really like Mexican, but have had problems finding really any Mexican restaurants. We first tried Coyote Crossing, which has wonderful margaritas and salsa but terribly dissapointing entrees. We then tried Taquoria Mahocana (sorry that's terribly mispelled!) which was great the first few times, and then they nearly tripled their menu price on some items. Also, we don't feel completely comfortable in some parts of Norristown as some of our friends had a bad incident there a few weeks ago. So any suggestions for good Mexican around here? We ventured out and tried a place in Plymouth Meeting out near Walmart and it was terrible, very artificial tasting. Mon Jan 23 00:08:13 -0800 2006 0 Jon H 1 991584 There's a place in Blue Bell in a shopping mall that's pretty good called Tamarindo's. It's right on Skippack Pike. I wouldn't go on a Saturday as it's very crowded and they don't take reservations. About five minutes away (also on Skippack Pike - probably in Center Square) is a place called El Sarape. Heard that was good but I've never been there. Both BYOB. Mon Jan 23 06:32:22 -0800 2006 991583 0 JanR 2 991587 Taqueria Morleon in Kennett Sqaure is wonderful and authentic - it's a byo, very casual, no reservations...It is in a shopping center and the sign above it simply says "Mexican restaurant". Mon Jan 23 10:11:03 -0800 2006 991584 0 Claire 3 991778 We used to eat frequently at Moroleon. We have given it up because of really bad service and long waits. Forty five minutes for simple dishes and they arrive cold-no thanks. It is a shame because the place is authentic and the food was good. Fri Jan 27 18:29:33 -0800 2006 991587 0 Cliff 3 992204 Taqueria Moroleon improved a bit since our previous visit a few months back. We went there last Saturday and food was warm, salsa was good as usual (both of them), service was moderately slow but not bad. Had steak and chorizo burritos, while the wife had steak and al pastor tacos. All turned out well. We tried the flan for dessert, which we hadn't had for over 5 years - very tasty. Overall, a good experience. I'd suggest going in mid-afternoon if possible - we got there just before a big rush for dinner. Sun Feb 12 14:36:38 -0800 2006 991587 0 PeterM 2 991592 We really like Tamarindo's, but it does get very crowded on Saturday night. Their whole red snapper is just fabulous. And the service is great. El Serape at the corner of Rt. 202 and Rt. 73 (a.k.a. Skippack Pike) is also enjoyable. We like Tamarindo's a little better but El Serape is a bit more convenient. They have added a bar, in fact they make a great margarita, so it is no long B.Y.O.B. Mon Jan 23 11:38:36 -0800 2006 991584 0 Kate 2 991612 Ditto! While I prefer El Sarape to Tamirindos, both are excellent. If you are in more of a southwestern mood, the Tex-Mex Connection in North Wales is also excellent, especially their fish entrees. Pay no attention to the name, Tex-Mex is a very nice place, but not a BYO. Get a Negra Mondelo! Mon Jan 23 20:35:28 -0800 2006 991584 0 JohnnyT 1 991585 Ah....Amherst. I miss the Happy Valley mightily (I'm Amherst, '94 and my husband is '96). The sheer variety and cheapness of Amherst food is hard to get over once you leave, I'm afraid, since there are few places like that in the real world. As for Mexican, certainly, we haven't found the equivalent of Bueno Y Sano burritos or La Veracruzana fish tacos in these burbs. (And forget about Antonios...sigh...) But there is some great upscale Mexican. La Cava in Ambler (next to Act II Playhouse) is wonderful for special meals (not at all Tex-Mex, definitely "special night out" food. Also, Tamarindo in Blue Bell (Broad Axe) is great (if noisy) for a mid-priced/upscale Mexican meal. I'm told El Serape (Blue Bell/Center Square) is good but I haven't eaten there. Best of luck! Mon Jan 23 08:49:01 -0800 2006 991583 0 Kiwi 2 991595 I agree! My wife and I are trying to plan a short trip up there just to dine at some of those places again. I do miss Veracruzana the most. I did find Peace A Pizza to be somewhat similar to Antonio's, although not quite as good. I will check out your recommendations, especially Tamarindo since several other people mentioned it. You mentioned upscale - do you know the average entree price at these restaurants? I'm still in graduate school at the moment so aside from a treat every now and then I try to avoid the more expensive places. Thanks! Mon Jan 23 14:01:04 -0800 2006 991585 0 Jon H 3 991601 I wouldn't say Tamarindo's is upscale per se...I mean, the decor is nice and all but you can totally get away with wearing jeans when you go there. The prices are reasonable IMO with entrees starting around 12 and going upwards of $20+. They also do *free margaritas* although I've recently been told some icky stories about what the staff does with the leftover booze each night. In any case, it's a fantastic place with great food. Enjoy! Mon Jan 23 15:59:22 -0800 2006 991595 0 EMZ 1 991611 Unless you want to ride in to Philly and try the Washington Ave places, Taqueria La Michoacana is probably the most authentic downscale Mexican in your area. If you have a moral issue with carrying concealed firearms, you may wish to try it at lunch on a weekend when the streets are busy. Mon Jan 23 20:12:57 -0800 2006 991583 0 phillyjazz 1 992010 You definitely cannot go wrong with Tamarindo's. It is pretty laid back/casual, but the food is amazing. Their homemade guacamole is the best I've had. They also have great mole poblano and a great sauteed pork dish (think its called conchinitas). And the free margarita's do not hurt :) La Cava in Ambler is also really good. It is a bit more upscale and a tiny bit pricier, but overall a good deal since it is a BYO. They also have good guacamole and their whole fish specials are really good. The atmosphere is very simple and pretty (more elegant than Tamarindos). Mon Feb 06 19:53:57 -0800 2006 991583 0 Heather